Expert Witness Valuations in Section 8 Eviction Disputes: Building Cases Post-Renters’ Rights Act Abolition of Section 21
The abolition of Section 21 "no-fault" evictions has fundamentally transformed the UK rental landscape, forcing landlords to rely exclusively on Section 8 grounds for possession. As of March 2026, RICS data reveals a 340% increase in expert witness instructions for eviction disputes, with surveyors now playing a critical role in substantiating property condition claims and […]
Valuation Adjustments for Section 8 Eviction Grounds in Periodic Tenancies: RICS Tactics Post-Renters’ Rights Act 2026
The private rental sector valuation landscape experienced a seismic shift on May 1, 2026, when Section 21 'no fault' evictions were formally abolished across England. This legislative change, affecting approximately 2.3 million landlords and 11 million private renters, fundamentally altered how chartered surveyors approach property valuations in the private rented sector. Valuation Adjustments for Section […]
Party Wall Notices for Renters’ Rights Act Section 8 Evictions: Surveyor Protocols Amid Periodic Tenancy Shifts
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Party Wall Notices for Basement Conversions Under Renters’ Rights Act: 2026 Timing and Counter-Notice Strategies
Nearly 40% of basement conversion projects in London face delays or disputes due to improperly served party wall notices, with the stakes rising dramatically in 2026 as the Renters' Rights Act fundamentally reshapes landlord-tenant dynamics and periodic tenancy arrangements. Understanding Party Wall Notices for Basement Conversions Under Renters' Rights Act: 2026 Timing and Counter-Notice Strategies […]
